Zorin OS 17 Released with Quick Settings Menu, Spatial Desktop Effects, and More
Highlights of Zorin OS 17 include an updated desktop environment based on GNOME 43 and featuring a Quick Settings menu, a new screenshot and screen recording experience, full GTK4 theming, new Power modes, an advanced window-tiling experience, advanced window tiling, as well as a refined Activities Overview feature.
There’s also a new multitasking feature called Spatial Desktop, which consists of two desktop effects namely Desktop Cube and Spatial Workspace Switcher. These new effects are optional and need to be enabled in the Zorin Appearance tool under Effects.
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Zorin OS 17 is available now!
I feel very privileged that the Zorin OS team is informing me in advance about upcoming releases and that they allow me to take a look in advance at the innovations to come. Zorin OS has been on my list of most valued Linux distributions for quite some time now. I published many articles on Zorin OS, I created an extensive course, and I published my first book “Linux for the rest of us“, which is completely based on Zorin OS. So I hope this already indicates how much I value and support what the team is doing.
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Christmas comes early to the Linux community -- Zorin OS 17 is here to replace Windows 11 on your PC
The Linux world is sure to be buzzing with excitement, as Zorin OS 17 officially rolls out today, marking a significant upgrade over its predecessors. This release is more than just a cosmetic overhaul; it’s a comprehensive enhancement of the entire system, promising a smoother, faster, and more intuitive user experience.
Zorin OS 17 leaps ahead with noticeable performance boosts, now requiring only 1.5 GB of RAM as opposed to the previous 2 GB. This change not only breathes new life into older hardware but also aligns with environmental sustainability by reducing the need for frequent upgrades. How cool is that?
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Zorin OS 17 Introduces a Hybrid User Experience to Linux Distros
We are just a few weeks away from the end of 2023, and what a year this has been. This year has been all about open-source software, privacy, cybersecurity and, of course, AI.
Although Christmas Eve approaches, there are still plenty of new app and distro releases being introduced. One such release has been the long-awaited Zorin OS 17 that we had the courtesy to look at earlier this month thanks to Zorin OS 17 Beta.
If you are a Windows-first user, you might just think of ditching it for good because Zorin OS 17 features exciting UX additions to consider it as a daily driver.
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Zorin OS 17 Emerges as a Pinnacle of Desktop Beauty
Zorin OS, known for its stunning aesthetics and user-friendly interface, is a Ubuntu-based Linux distro crafted to be accessible for newcomers while offering powerful features for seasoned users.
The focus on beauty in Zorin OS is not just skin deep; it’s a fundamental aspect of its design philosophy, blending elegance with efficiency, and the just released Zorin OS 17 fully confirms this.
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FOSS Weekly #23.51: Fish Shell, Free Hey Hi (AI) Course, Zorin 17, DG/UX UNIX and More
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Entry-level Linux Zorin OS 17 now available for download
According to the developer, speed was the main focus for version 17 of the Linux distribution. The latest ZorinOS should "run significantly faster on a wide range of old and new hardware." In fact, numerous operating system components have been optimized, from the kernel to the desktop interface. For example, the developers have been able to lower the minimum requirements of Zorin OS to 1.5 GB of RAM. Previously, at least 2 GB of RAM was required.
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Zorin OS 17 Has Arrived
Since the release of our last major version in August 2021, Zorin OS 16 has garnered over 6.2 million downloads. Ever since, we’ve been listening to your feedback and working tirelessly to build the ultimate alternative to Windows and macOS; one that helps to make your computer better, faster, easier, more secure, and privacy-respecting.
Today, we’re excited to finally launch the next major version of our operating system: Zorin OS 17. This is a huge leap forward that refines every level of the operating system: from how it looks to how it works. It’s packed with new exciting features and improvements that help you to get the most power out of your computer, so you can accomplish more than ever.
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Zorin OS 17: A Revolution in User-Friendly Linux Experience
The Linux landscape has a new ace in its deck with the release of Zorin OS 17, the latest iteration from the team behind the user-friendly Linux distribution. This new version, based on Ubuntu 22.04.3 LTS and powered by Linux Kernel 6.2, promises a stable and long-term supported environment for users until June 2027.